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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Inspect train load consist and test operation of train brake systems 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
230414  Inspect train load consist and test operation of train brake systems 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Transport and Logistics Operations 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 11 - Services Transport, Operations and Logistics 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 4  NQF Level 04  14 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30   2027-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
A learner will be able to inspect trainload consist and test train brake systems to ensure compliance to the company specific safety regulations and standards for operations on rail. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
  • FETC NQF Level 4 or at least Mathematics and/or Science at NQF Level 4.
  • Unit Standard: Sign on and off for locomotive crew.
  • Unit Standard: Apply first aid protocols.
  • Unit Standard: Identify, report and react to hazardous material sub-standard conditions.
  • Unit Standard: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of HIV/AIDS in a workplace and its effects on a business sub-sector, own organization and a specific workplace.
  • Unit Standard: Compile Trains.
  • Unit Standard: Standard Operate a train equipped with a vacuum brake system.
  • Unit Standard: Operate a train equipped with a pneumatic controlled air brake system. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    The level assigned to this unit standard is appropriate because performance must be carried out:
  • In different weather conditions.
  • During day and night time.
  • In different yard layouts/mainline/siding (might or might not include overhead traction).
  • Within a specified operational time span.

    This unit standard is inclusive of the following types of locomotives:
  • Diesel hydraulic.
  • Diesel electric.
  • Electric/diesel (class 38) (direct current).
  • Steam.
  • Electrical.
  • Motor coaches.

    This unit standard excludes:
  • Train handling.

    This unit standard includes:
  • Automated centrally controlled monorail systems.
  • Motorized rail maintenance and inspection vehicles. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Inspect coupling devices and or equipment for security and connection and deal with conspicuous defects in accordance with company specific instructions and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The coupling devices and/or equipment are inspected for security and connection in accordance with company specific instructions and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The coupling devices and/or equipment's conspicuous defects are dealt with in accordance with company specific instructions and procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Inspect the train for service worthiness and deal with sub-standard conditions to the train compilation in accordance with company specific instructions and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The train compilation is correctly inspected and sub-standard conditions are identified and dealt with in accordance with company specific instructions and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The service worthiness of rolling stock is correctly inspected and sub-standard conditions are identified and dealt with in accordance with company specific instructions, procedures and specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Remedial action is implemented in order to have sub-standard conditions rectified in accordance with company specific instructions and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Sub-standard conditions (first line maintenance) are dealt with and relevant departments are informed of the sub-standard conditions rectified in accordance with company specific instructions and procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Conduct brake system test before departure to ensure brake system operates within prescribed safety parameters in accordance with company specific instructions and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Brake system test is performed before departure to ensure that the brake systems operate within the prescribed safety parameters in accordance with company specific instructions and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Brake system sub-standard conditions are identified correctly in accordance with company specific instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Remedial action is implemented in order to have sub-standard conditions rectified in accordance with company specific instructions and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Sub-standard conditions (first line maintenance) are dealt with and relevant departments are informed of the sub-standard conditions rectified in accordance with company specific instructions and procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Deal with brake system related defects on the locomotive(s) and/or train in accordance with company specific instructions and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Locomotive brake system related defects are identified and rectified by implementing remedial actions in accordance with company specific instructions and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Train brake system defects are identified and rectified by implementing remedial actions in accordance with company specific instructions and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Sub-standard conditions (first line maintenance) are dealt with and relevant departments are informed of the sub-standard conditions rectified in accordance with company specific instructions and procedures. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Methods of assessment:

    > Written tests/case studies.
    > Oral/on-the-job.
    > In situ (on-the-job) observations.
    > Simulation.
    > Role-play/structured classroom discussions and oral tests.

    These methods must be carefully selected based on the purpose of the assessment (for example, the written method could be used to assess knowledge or on-the-job demonstration for practical competence).

    The assessment must integrate a number of different methods (no less than three of those detailed above) in order to give the assessor reliable and valid proof of competence and evidence of required attitudes.
  • The following tools may be used to supplement the above minimum assessment methods:

    Valid, reliable and authentic evidence (presented as a portfolio of evidence) from past achievements and experience may serve to supplement the assessment of applied competence. The portfolio should include inter alia:

    > Written statements from persons (e.g. current and/or previous employer, colleague, peer, manager, external customers) confirming competence of the learner.
    > Relevant certificates or awards.
    > Previous assessment records.
    > Journal (Logbook).
  • Assessment mechanisms:

    > An individual wishing to be assessed against this unit standard may apply to an assessment agency, assessor or provider institution that has been accredited by the ETQA for Transport and Logistics Operations.

    > Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the ETQA for Transport and Logistics Operations.

    > Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard must be registered and accredited as a provider with the ETQA for Transport and Logistics Operations.

    > Moderation of assessment will be done by the ETQA for Transport and Logistics Operations as prescribed.

    > Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be trained, qualified and certified or re-certified (in accordance with validation regulations relevant to the specific unit standard) in this specific unit standard and registered as an assessor with the ETQA for Transport and Logistics Operations. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    A learner can understand and explain:
  • Safety rules and regulations related to the compilation of the train.
  • Safe work procedures.
  • Existing communication and reporting lines.
  • Diagnostic and analytical evaluation methods to interpret audible and visual indications from locomotive gauges, indicators and environmental conditions.
  • Basic maintenance techniques to rectify sub-standard conditions.
  • Communication protocols related to the designations, descriptives and company terminology.
  • Brake systems instructions.
  • Safety rules and regulations related to brake systems.
  • Diagnostic and analytical evaluation techniques.
  • Company's specific inspecting and testing procedures. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    Learner and societal development:

    A learner can assess risks and take corrective actions. 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Problem solving:

    A learner can inspect coupling devices, identify sub-standard conditions and conduct first line maintenance to rectify sub-standard conditions to ensure that all coupling devices are secured in accordance with company specific instructions and procedures. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Teamwork:

    A learner can co-ordinate activities whilst performing the inspection and brake tests. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Self-organisation and self-management:

    A learner can conduct inspections in a systematic manner in accordance with company specific designations and descriptives. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Information evaluation:

    A learner can evaluate information from visual and/or audible indicators whilst performing brake tests. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    A learner can communicate sub-standard conditions in accordance with company specific designations and descriptives. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    A learner can apply the principles related to pneumatic/mechanical/electrical systems in relation to train systems. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Inter relatedness of systems:

    A learner can understand how one system has an effect on another (vacuum and/or air train brake systems). 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
  • Values:

    In addition, the following values should be demonstrated:

    > Time consciousness.
    > Safety consciousness.
    > Self respect.
    > Honesty.
    > Sobriety.
    > Self discipline.
  • Supplementary information:

    > Brake system: includes but is not limited to compressed air or vacuum train brake systems.

    > Inspect train load consist: in this unit standard refers to inspection of all components and/or brake system equipment on a railroad vehicle.

    > Sub-standard: in this unit standard refers to any condition that deviates from company specific standards and instructions. 
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    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  57407   National Diploma: Train Driving (Mainline Operations)  Level 5  NQF Level 05  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  TETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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